Cumulative causation is also known as circular cumulative causation. This is a theory that Gunnar Myrdal, a Swedish economist, developed. The first systemic application of the cumulative causation ...

Most of us have heard the phrase "correlation does not equal causation." But understanding how scientists move beyond identifying correlations to establish causation remains a mystery to many. Finding ...

A lawyer's simplified guide with examples shows how a workers' comp doctrine is applied in Georgia, Alabama and Florida. With varying nuances, the central theme across the Southeast is consistent: ...

Causation and correlation may sound alike but are very different. The former means the root of subsequent events, while the latter refers to an actual or apparent relationship between trends in which ...

There’s an old saying that goes, “figures don’t lie, but liars can figure.” But sometimes even the figures can spin a confusing story. That’s why I’ve always appreciated the power of understanding ...

UNDERSTANDING RESEARCH: What do we actually mean by research and how does it help inform our understanding of things? Today we look at the dangers of making a link between unrelated results. Here's an ...

You often hear the admonition “correlation does not imply causation.” But what exactly is causation? Unlike correlation, which has a specific mathematical meaning, causation is a slippery concept that ...

A personal injury claim is not only about proving that someone acted carelessly. It must also show that the careless act caused real harm. This connection is called causation, and it is one of the ...